Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau

08/19/2025

Here's your PACKED weekly Lake Land Forecast 🌟

As always, we can't fit EVERYTHING into our Lake Land Forecast, so be sure to check out the community calendar for all that is fun in Albert Lea!

www.ExploreAlbertLea.com/calendar 🎉✨

For our hearing and visually impaired friends, please head over to our website for a fully accessible version of all the events in our area.

08/15/2025

Glow Ride Update!

Early start due to impending weather, please come ready to ride at 8:45pm at the North Lot!

See you soon! 🚲

08/14/2025

Get your ❤️CHERRY & 💙BLUE on to show your support at the Homecoming Parade downtown Albert Lea! https://www.facebook.com/events/3845046895639919

The cruise on Monday, September 29th will start at 6pm @ Central Park, head East on Marion Ross St, head South on Broadway Ave, & West on William St ending back at Central Park.

Parade will include the Homecoming Royalty, ALHS Athletics Clubs & More!
🐅❤️💙 Hip Hip Hooray! 🐅❤️💙

08/13/2025

Currently in our Albert Lea Era... 💚💙💚💙

08/13/2025

🎡🎟️ 1 WEEK LEFT OF EARLY STATE FAIR TICKETS! 🎟️🎡
Skip the lines and save some cash!
Stop by the CVB Office at 132 N Broadway, Albert Lea to grab your $17 early pre-admission tickets, $5 Bargain Books, and tons of ride cards for the Minnesota State Fair! 🙌🎢

📍 Open Monday–Friday
🕗 8 AM – 5 PM

08/12/2025

See you all tomorrow at Wind Down Wednesday!

😋🍽️ Come Hungry to Wind Down Wednesday! 🍽️😋
On August 13th, downtown Albert Lea is serving up mouthwatering flavors you won’t want to miss! https://www.facebook.com/events/3864976767147370

Here’s who’s bringing the eats & treats:

🍋 El Sueño Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
🍿 Daybreakers Kiwanis
🍦 La Michoacana Purepecha 3
🍔 112 On Broadway
🥞 Nels Diner
🌮 The Taco King

Bring your appetite, grab your friends, and make it a delicious night out!

📍 Downtown Albert Lea
📅 Wednesday, August 13th
🕕 11AM - 8PM

08/12/2025

🍂📚 Fall Registration is OPEN for Albert Lea Community Education! 🍁✨

The digital Fall 2025 Community Ed book is here.. https://secure.smore.com/n/an7s2 and it's packed with classes, activities, and opportunities for all ages. Want to learn a new skill, how about join a fitness class, you can even explore the arts, or sign up your kids for fun and enrichment! There's something for everyone! (Konrad enjoys the indoor rock climbing wall!)

🖱 View the digital book & register online: www.albertleacommunityed.org
📍 Register in person: Brookside Education Center, 211 W Richway Dr, Albert Lea (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–2:30 PM)
📞 Register by phone: 507-379-5318

✨ Note: All classes do require preregistration. We will have these new books at our office soon too if you'd like to have a physical copy!

08/11/2025

🎭 ACT on Broadway Albert Lea Community Theatre Turns 60! 🎉

For six decades, ACT has been bringing stories to life on the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center stage by entertaining, inspiring, and connecting our community through the magic of live theatre. From comedies and dramas to musicals and classics, ACT has been a place where Albert Leans come together to laugh, cry, and celebrate the arts.

💛 Their 60th season is a milestone that reminds us how much local theatre enriches our community... it gives our friends, neighbors, and family members a stage to share their talents and creates unforgettable memories for audiences of all ages! Here's some of the upcoming events we can enjoy!

This year’s lineup:
✨ On Golden Pond – Oct. 9–18, 2025
😂 Nunsense – Feb. 19–28, 2026
💍 Father of the Bride – Apr. 23–May 2, 2026
🌹 My Fair Lady – June 18–28, 2026

🎟 Season tickets are just $60 for all four shows (save $22!) at actonbroadway.com or at the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center box office (Thursdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m.).

👏 Let’s fill the seats and keep this Albert Lea tradition strong for another 60 years. Support ACT, bring your friends, and be part of the story!

08/11/2025

🎃👻 Oktoberween is creeping up! 🕸🦇
Mark your calendars for October 23–26 at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds! https://www.facebook.com/events/940183071447787

A huge THANK YOU to our community partner Power 96 KQPR-FM Albert Lea, keeping the classic rock vibes alive while we bring you the ultimate mashup of Halloween chills and Oktoberfest thrills! 🍺💀

🕷 HAUNT WITH US!
We’re looking for individuals and groups who want to get involved — from scare crew to event help, there’s a role for you!

Learn more & join the fun at 👉 www.Oktoberween.com

08/11/2025

August 17th!

You're invited to an Artists' Mix & Mingle—an afternoon dedicated to connection, creativity, and community. Join us for a relaxed, atmosphere where painters, sculptors, photographers, designers, and creators of all kinds can come together, share ideas, and spark new collaborations.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your network, and be part of the artistic community.
Refreshments, food, music, and great conversation await—bring your passion and let’s make magic happen!